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Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300

Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
33
Overall
34
Canon PowerShot N front
 
FujiFilm FinePix JX300 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
22
Overall
31

Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300 Key Specs

Canon N
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.8" Tilting Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
  • 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
  • Announced January 2013
FujiFilm JX300
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
  • 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
  • Announced January 2011
  • Alternative Name is FinePix JX305
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Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300 Overview

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon N and FujiFilm JX300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the N (12MP) and the JX300 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The N was announced 2 years after the JX300 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the N grades versus the JX300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon N over the FujiFilm JX300

 N JX300 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013January 2011More modern by 25 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display sizing2.8"2.7"Larger display (+0.1")
Display resolution461k230kClearer display (+231k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Canon N

 JX300 N 

Common features in the Canon N and FujiFilm JX300

 N JX300 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus

Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon N enjoys physical measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the FujiFilm JX300 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Canon N and FujiFilm JX300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the N against the JX300.

Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the N and JX300 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300 top view buttons comparison

Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the N and JX300.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the FujiFilm JX300 to resolve more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger N provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300 sensor size comparison

Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon N
Portrait photography with FujiFilm JX300
21
no manual focus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon N Street photography advice
FujiFilm JX300 Street photography advice
65
screen tilts up and down
has image stabilization (Optical)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
55
lighter than others in class (130g)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Canon N Sports photography highlights
FujiFilm JX300 Sports photography highlights
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
terrible battery (200 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
31
good resolution (14MP)
supports tracking autofocus
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery power (180 per charge)
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon N Travel photography highlights
FujiFilm JX300 Travel photography highlights
61
has built in flash
selfie friendly display
really wide (28mm)
no Timelapse function
terrible battery (200 per charge)
megapixel count low (12MP)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
65
lighter than others in class (130g)
good resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse mode
bad battery power (180 per charge)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon N Landscape photography information
FujiFilm JX300 Landscape photography information
36
really wide (28mm)
nice screen size (2.8")
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
no manual exposure
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
terrible battery (200 shots)
no Timelapse function
32
fairly wide (28mm)
good resolution (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
bad battery power (180 per charge)
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon N Vlogging information
FujiFilm JX300 Vlogging information
72
really wide (28mm)
selfie friendly display
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
no microphone support
28
fairly wide (28mm)
lighter than others in class (130 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.6)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone socket
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Canon N vs FujiFilm JX300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon N and FujiFilm JX300
 Canon PowerShot NFujiFilm FinePix JX300
General Information
Brand Name Canon FujiFilm
Model type Canon PowerShot N FujiFilm FinePix JX300
Also called as - FinePix JX305
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2013-01-07 2011-01-05
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Digic 5 -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 2248 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 6400 1600
Maximum boosted ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-224mm (8.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/2.6-6.2
Macro focusing distance 1cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Tilting Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.8" 2.7"
Resolution of display 461k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech PureColor II G touch -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 seconds 8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1800 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 2.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 3.00 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 195 grams (0.43 lb) 130 grams (0.29 lb)
Dimensions 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 200 pictures 180 pictures
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NB-9L -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC SD / SDHC
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $299 $110